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'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) has received a donated Roland TruVIS VG3-540 Inkjet Printer Cutter, supplies, supply rack, dedicated computer, and UPS!'''
 
No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served".
 
However, be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.
 
'''''Always leave the space better than you found it.'''''


Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, software, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.
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We provide a work area with electronic equipment and electronic components '''for all makers, from the very beginner to&nbsp;the&nbsp;expert.'''
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
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<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#864199">&nbsp;Electronics Area&nbsp;</span> hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#864199">'''purple'''</span> tape or paint.
:'''[[Dye Sublimation Printing|Printers — Dye Sublimation]]'''
:'''[[Vinyl Cutting]]'''




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==Classes and Training==
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===[[New Member Orientation]]===
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==Classes==
===Area Contact -- Steve Leininger===
:{{Template:Classes}}
:To help out in the Electronics Area message the Area Contact on&nbsp;Slack.


===Classes===
:To help out with our Roland Printer, post your ideas/comments on our Slack ##roland-printer
:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its  [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']


===Training===
==Training==
Links to external sites:
:'''No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served".'''
:'''https://www.instructables.com/Basic-Electronics/'''
:However, be sure to log your printing job on the Roland TruVIS Printer Usage Form.
:'''https://whizoo.com''' -- Controleo3 Reflow Oven Controller


===Tips===
<gallery widths="200" heights="125">
:Measure twice, solder once.
File:Roland TruVIS Usage Form.pdf|alt=Roland TruVIS Usage Form|'''Roland TruVIS Usage Form.pdf'''
</gallery>


===For Additional Help===
==Tips==
:Use the PPM Slack channel #electronics
:☐ '''Weeding''' is the process of removing the (vinyl) material from a design that has been cut, leaving behind only the desired artwork.
:[[How To Slack#Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.


==Equipment Lists==
==Regular Maintenance Guidelines==
:'''From the Roland VG3-640  [https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/index.html User's Manual]'''


===Soldering Equipment===
:'''"To use this machine under its optimal conditions, it is important to perform the following maintenance at the appropriate times on a daily&nbsp;basis."'''
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!Timing
|'''Item'''
!Item
|'''Manufacturer'''
|'''Model<br>Number'''
|'''Manual'''
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|[[File:HAKKO soldering station.jpg|alt=HAKKO soldering station|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''Before daily operations'''
|'''soldering stations (2)'''
|[https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/dee1625459182509_4.html '''Print head check''']
|[https://hakkousa.com/products/soldering/soldering-irons.html HAKKO]
|[https://hakkousa.com/fx-888d DFX-888D]
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|-
|[[File:Fume Extractor.jpg|alt=Fume Extractor|160x160px|center|frameless|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Fume_Extractor.jpg]]
|'''Before daily operations'''
|'''Fume Extractor'''
|Ink mixing (white ink)
|PACE
Remove just the pouch tray for the white ink,
|8888-0825
 
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shake the pouch tray 50 times (about 20 seconds),
 
and then reinsert this pouch tray.
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|[[File:REFLOW OVEN.jpg|alt=REFLOW OVEN|center|frameless|150x150px]]
|'''After daily operations'''
|'''solder reflow oven'''
|'''[https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/eig1657860429033.html Cleaning the Media Path]<br />[https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/uyf1657852014986.html Cleaning the Knife Carriage Roller]'''
|James Gravert
|?
|[[:File:SMD Reflow Oven.pdf|Class Documentation]]
(by Adam&nbsp;Gleason)
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|<center>'''Item'''</center>
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|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
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===Electronics===
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| style="vertical-align:middle;" |'''Picture'''
|'''Item'''
|'''Manufacturer'''
|'''Model<br>Number'''
|'''Manual'''
|-
|-
|[[File:HP 54510A scope.jpg|alt=HP 54510A scope|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''If a message appears'''
|'''oscilloscope'''  
|[https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/rof1627273508695.html '''Cleaning around the Print Heads''']
'''(250MHz, 2&nbsp;channel)'''
(manual cleaning)
|hp
|54510A
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|'''When the discharged fluid is ready to&nbsp;overflow'''
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|'''digital oscilloscope'''
[https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/pnm1657861742633.html '''Precautions for Disposing of Discharged Fluid''']
'''(100MHz)'''


|PHILIPS
[https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/gne1657861742632.html '''If the Discharged Fluid Disposal Message Appears''']
|PM 3070
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|[[File:Protek DC Power Supply.jpg|alt=Protek DC Power Supply 3006B|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''DC POWER SUPPLY'''
'''60v 1.5a 90w 1Ch'''
|Protek
|3006B
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|[[File:Multimeter hp 3478A.jpg|alt=Multimeter hp 3478A|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''MULTIMETER'''
|hp
|3478A
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|[[File:HP 8116A PULSE FUNCTION GENERATOR.jpg|alt=HP 8116A PULSE FUNCTION GENERATOR|center|frameless|133x133px]]
|'''Other maintenance items'''
|'''PULSE/FUNCTION GENERATOR'''
|[https://downloadcenter.rolanddg.com/contents/manuals/VG3-640_USE_EN/tjq1627900689329.html '''Types and Timing of Maintenance''']
'''50 MHz'''
|hp
|8116A
|https://drive.google.com/open?id=104pDXnh2KP2bFJKc1X4Q5bmQxFcRzHcf
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
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==Equipment Lists==
===Design Workstation===
===Roland Large Format Printer Cutter===
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|Computer
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|CPU
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|Memory
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|Storage
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Wired
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|'''Computer Workstation, '''
|'''Large Format'''
'''Dell monitors (2),'''  
'''Printer Cutter'''


'''external speakers<br>'''
'''(54 inch wide)'''
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|ROLAND
|?
|TruVIS VG3-540
|[https://www.rolanddga.com/products/printers/truevis-vg3-series-printer-cutter website]
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|<center>'''System'''</center>
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|<center>'''Memory'''</center>
|<center>'''Storage'''</center>
|<center>'''Network Speed,'''
'''Wired'''
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'''''Design workstation ONLY!  NO Facebook, social media, or random browsing.'''''


===Electronics -- Not Working===
===Dedicated Computer===
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| style="vertical-align:middle;" |Picture
|Picture
|'''Item'''
|Computer
|'''Manufacturer'''
|Software
|'''Model<br>Number'''
|Monitors
|'''Manual'''
|Processor / <br>Graphics
|Memory&nbsp;/<br>Storage
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|'''Oscilloscope'''
'''(10MHz)'''
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|ST-16B
|[https://htcinstruments.com/images/ST-16A-ST-16B.pdf specs]
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|'''Squink PCB Printer'''
|BotFactory&nbsp;Inc
|Squink
|[https://www.botfactory.co/page/product product page]
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|'''Squink PC'''
|HP Compaq
|?
(small form factor)
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|'''AC "POWERITE"'''
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|Sencore
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|MODEL PR57
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
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:☐ '''You are responsible for your own backups.'''
:☐ '''Do not expect files on the computer to be saved for you.'''
:☐ '''Do not expect files in the VersaWorks queues to be saved for you.'''


===Hand Tools===
==Policies==
{| class="wikitable"
'''Materials'''
|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:center; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#864199; color:#ffffff;"
:USE THE OPTIX APP TO PAY FOR USE.
| style="vertical-align:middle;" |'''Picture'''
|'''Item'''
|'''Manufacturer'''
|'''Model<br>Number'''
|'''Manual'''
|-
|[[File:Multimeter.jpg|center|frameless|160x160px]]
|'''DIGITAL MULTIMETERS'''
'''CEN-TECH''' 
'''7 FUNCTION'''
|Harbor Freight
|[https://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-digital-multimeter-90899.html 90899]
|Yes
|-
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
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:<span style="color:#FFFFFF; background:#864199">&nbsp;Electronics Area&nbsp;</span> hand tools should be marked with <span style="color:#864199">'''purple'''</span> tape or paint.
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
 
===[[Donations Received]]===


===[[Wish List#Electronics|Wish List]]===
{{Red Tags}}
:Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.


==Benefits and Policies==
==Related Software==
{{Member Benefits}}


===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Equipment Reservations]===
==='''Printing Software'''===
:'''VersaWorks'''


===Materials===
== Additional Help ==
:'''Batteries, 20700 cells'''
Use our #roland-printer channel in Slack!
:'''Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
:'''''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''''
===[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tags]]===


{{Scrap and Trash}}
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from&nbsp;the&nbsp;community.
 
==Software==
Links to other PPM Wiki pages:
:[[Autodesk Fusion 360 Tips|'''Fusion 360 Tips''']]
 
==See Also==
Links to other PPM Wiki pages:
 
:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;Computers&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:'''[[Computers -- Vintage]]'''
 
:[[Arduino|'''Arduino Computers''']]
 
:[[Raspberry Pi|'''Raspberry Pi Computers''']]
 
:[[Ubuntu|'''Ubuntu Workstation''']]
 
==Curated Links==
Links to external sites:
:'''[https://www.librarything.com/catalog/PikesPeakMakerspace/electronicsarea LibraryThing] -- Our electronics-related books'''
:[https://www.ifixit.com/ '''IFIXIT'''] -- Repair guides for every thing, written by everyone.
:[https://www.androidauthority.com/different-types-of-usb-cables-804432/ '''Understanding different types of USB cables'''] -- Android Authority
 
==Other Fun Stuff==
Links to external sites:
:'''[https://www.instructables.com/LED-Throwies/ LED Throwies]''' -- on Instructables
:[https://nostarch.com/open-circuits '''Open Circuits'''] -- stunning cross-section photography of electrical&nbsp;components
:'''[https://xkcd.com/730/ Circuit Diagram - xkcd]'''
:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeXE39riKFc CuriousMarc]''' -- Vintage HP Equipment Restoration
:[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoj6RxIAQq8kmJme-5dnN0Q '''DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse'''] -- on YouTube
:[http://www.csevc.com/ '''Colorado Springs Electric Vehicle Club''']
:'''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/images/0/09/Tool_Color_Map_with_links.pdf Interactive Map]'''
:'''[[Special:Random|I'm feeling lucky]]'''
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Latest revision as of 17:47, 25 August 2026

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) has received a donated Roland TruVIS VG3-540 Inkjet Printer Cutter, supplies, supply rack, dedicated computer, and UPS!

No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served".

However, be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.

Always leave the space better than you found it.


Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

Printers — Dye Sublimation
Vinyl Cutting



Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.


Classes

Browse and Pay for PPM Classes
To help out with our Roland Printer, post your ideas/comments on our Slack ##roland-printer

Training

No reservations are available for our Roland TruVIS printer at this time, it is "first-come, first-served".
However, be sure to log your printing job on the Roland TruVIS Printer Usage Form.
  • Roland TruVIS Usage Form
    Roland TruVIS Usage Form.pdf

Tips

☐ Weeding is the process of removing the (vinyl) material from a design that has been cut, leaving behind only the desired artwork.

Regular Maintenance Guidelines

From the Roland VG3-640 User's Manual
"To use this machine under its optimal conditions, it is important to perform the following maintenance at the appropriate times on a daily basis."
Timing Item
Before daily operations Print head check
Before daily operations Ink mixing (white ink)

Remove just the pouch tray for the white ink,

shake the pouch tray 50 times (about 20 seconds),

and then reinsert this pouch tray.

After daily operations Cleaning the Media Path
Cleaning the Knife Carriage Roller
If a message appears Cleaning around the Print Heads

(manual cleaning)

When the discharged fluid is ready to overflow

Precautions for Disposing of Discharged Fluid

If the Discharged Fluid Disposal Message Appears

Other maintenance items Types and Timing of Maintenance

Equipment Lists

Roland Large Format Printer Cutter

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number 		Resources
Large Format

Printer Cutter

(54 inch wide)

ROLAND TruVIS VG3-540 website

Dedicated Computer

Picture Computer Software Monitors Processor /
Graphics 		Memory /
Storage
☐ You are responsible for your own backups.
☐ Do not expect files on the computer to be saved for you.
☐ Do not expect files in the VersaWorks queues to be saved for you.

Policies

Materials

USE THE OPTIX APP TO PAY FOR USE.

Red Tags

If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tag-issues
This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.

Related Software

Printing Software

VersaWorks

Additional Help

Use our #roland-printer channel in Slack!

Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.


Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.

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